Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
Burtham Wanderers' 11th season in the league was a challenging yet foundational chapter in their ongoing journey. Competing in Division 8 of the sixth tier, the club finished in 7th place with a total of 23 points. The season was marked by defensive struggles, as evidenced by their goal difference of -23, highlighting the need for a more solid backline. Despite the setbacks, the team showed resilience, managing to secure 6 wins and 5 draws, demonstrating potential for growth.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
7th
Points
23
Record
6-5-11
GD
-23
Gary "Nano" Pettit-Thompson IV
Lead Football Journalist
The Match & Season Desk
Data-first, narrative-second. If it happened on the pitch, Gary filed it.
A Columns Desk filing — visual season centre first, then the full notebook.
Season Centre
The campaign in pictures — before the filing.
Position
7th
Points
23
Win Rate
27%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-4-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 contributions
Top scorer
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 goals
Top assists
Allan Carroll
LCB
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 23
- P46
- Scoring
- 18
- P21
- Defence
- 41
- P21
- Goal difference
- -23
- P13
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
6-5-11
Wins
6
27%
Draws
5
23%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
-23 GD
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview
Filed by
Gary Nano
Burtham Wanderers' 11th season in the league was a challenging yet foundational chapter in their ongoing journey. Competing in Division 8 of the sixth tier, the club finished in 7th place with a total of 23 points. The season was marked by defensive struggles, as evidenced by their goal difference of -23, highlighting the need for a more solid backline. Despite the setbacks, the team showed resilience, managing to secure 6 wins and 5 draws, demonstrating potential for growth.
Interestingly, the team’s top players—Giuseppe Conte, Antonio Castelli, Michel Lemoine, Seungwoo Jeong, and Branko Bartolić—contributed in multiple ways, embodying the collective spirit of Burtham Wanderers. While individual statistics may not shine, their collective effort laid the groundwork for future development and success.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured 6 wins amidst a tough season
- Achieved 5 draws, showing resilience and fighting spirit
- Team effort from multiple players contributing in various roles
- Laid the foundation for future defensive improvements
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While individual stats are limited, the collective effort of the squad was notable. Giuseppe Conte, Antonio Castelli, Michel Lemoine, Seungwoo Jeong, and Branko Bartolić all contributed in multiple ways, emphasizing a team-oriented approach. Their versatility and dedication were vital in maintaining team cohesion throughout a difficult season.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains a key area for growth, as reflected by the significant goal difference. Improving defensive solidity and reducing conceding opportunities will be crucial in climbing the league table. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring efficiency could help turn more draws into wins.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Burtham Wanderers' season was characterized by a solid foundation-building effort, despite the challenges faced on the pitch. The team’s collective spirit and versatility were strengths, but defensive frailties and goal-scoring inconsistencies hindered their progress. With targeted improvements, especially in defense, the club can look forward to a more competitive future in the upcoming seasons.